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Jennifer Benisek

@jenniferbenisek

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Versatile professional with expertise in federal contracting and administration.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a part-time position that allows flexibility and leverages my skills in administration and contracting.

I am an experienced Contract Specialist with over seven years in federal contracting, currently serving at the Department of Veterans Affairs. My role involves managing contracts worth billions, where I lead the acquisition process and ensure compliance with federal regulations. I have a proven track record of developing strong relationships with program partners and consistently receive praise for my exceptional support and innovative solutions.

Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to mentoring junior specialists and interns, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing is paramount. I actively seek opportunities to enhance my skills and those of my colleagues, such as facilitating procurement innovation courses. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my performance ratings and the trust placed in me by my clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Contract Specialist, GS-13

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Department of Veterans Affairs

Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Maintained a $500 million warrant and served as Contracting Officer for multiple ancillary contracts supporting the Medical Disability Examination (MDE) IDIQ. Led as Contract Specialist for a $6.8 billion, multiple award IDIQ for Medical Disability Examinations (MDE), managing vendor onramping and recompeting international and pre-discharge contracts.

Federal Contracting Contract Management Acquisition Strategy Contract Administration Legal Research Mentorship Customer Relationship Management

Contract Specialist, GS-12

Department of Veterans Affairs

Jun 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)

Maintained a $10 million warrant and served as Contracting Officer for multiple Veterans Health Administration contracts, obligating over $30 million in FY20. Served as Contract Specialist for a $20 million multiple award BPA for Clinical Peer Reviews and a $1.3 million firm fixed price contract for VHA Telehealth Diabetes Reversal Pilot.

Contract Management Acquisition Strategy Contract Administration Peer Review Mentorship Customer Service

Contract Specialist, GS-11

Food and Drug Administration

Jun 2016 - Present (9 years 1 month)

Supported various FDA program offices in procuring Information Technology products and services, balancing up to 30 new contract actions simultaneously. Awarded various contract types including firm-fixed-price, labor hour, time and material contracts, IDIQ task orders, and Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) calls.

Procurement Contract Management Customer Service

Contract Specialist, GS-9

General Services Administration

Apr 2016 - Present (9 years 3 months)

Supported other agencies in the acquisition process, specifically assisting the Department of Army Chaplain Corps with program management and continuous process improvement service requirements. Led weekly status update meetings with Army Chief of Chaplains POCs and relevant GSA personnel.

Acquisition Support Program Management Process Improvement Customer Service Status Reporting Federal Acquisition Service Documentation Problem Solving

Brokerage Assistant

Fulton Financial Advisors

Feb 2013 - Present (12 years 5 months)

Supported financial advisors with daily operations, client communications, and account management. Processed financial transactions, tracked investment account activity, and maintained detailed records while ensuring compliance and documentation for various financial actions.

Financial Operations Client Communication Account Management Record keeping Compliance Data Entry CRM Systems Scheduling Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Maryland College Park

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Coursework emphasized clear communication of quantitative concepts, developing a foundation of analytical thinking and precision—transferable strengths that support accurate data handling and cost analysis.

University of Maryland University College

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Completed a rigorous, applied curriculum in operations, financial strategy, and project management. Emphasis on real-world problem solving and business analytics supports strengths in budgeting, pricing strategy, and financial documentation—key components in both federal contracting and bookkeeping environments.